Ukraine aims for peace. Over 160 countries invited to global summit

Faced with the ongoing war with Russia, Ukraine takes a bold step towards peace by organizing a peace summit inviting over 160 countries. The summit will be held in neutral Switzerland, with the exact date yet to be determined.

The main goal of this event is to present the 10-point peace plan proposed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The plan encompasses key issues such as:

• Restoration of Ukraine's territorial integrity – regaining all territories occupied by Russia, including Donbas and Crimea.
• Withdrawal of Russian troops – complete withdrawal of armed forces of the Russian Federation from Ukraine.
• Protection of food and energy supplies – ensuring security and stability in global food and energy supply chains.
• Nuclear safety – guaranteeing the safety of nuclear power plants in Ukraine and preventing a nuclear catastrophe.
• Release of all prisoners – exchange of prisoners of war and return of all civilians and military personnel held by Russia.

Invitations to the summit were sent to all UN member states, as well as to several key international organizations, such as the European Union, NATO, and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe. The event is expected to be attended by heads of state, foreign ministers, and other high-ranking officials.

The choice of Switzerland as the venue for the summit is not accidental. The country's neutrality, strengthened by a long tradition of diplomacy, makes it an ideal location for impartial peace negotiations.

Organizing the summit is a significant step taken by Ukraine towards ending the ongoing war. On the one hand, the summit can increase pressure on Russia to start negotiations and seek a peaceful resolution to the conflict. On the other hand, it can also strengthen Ukraine's position on the international stage and increase support for its cause.

We will invite Russia, but...

Yermak said that during the second summit "there may be a situation where we will invite representatives of the Russian Federation together and this plan will be presented to them" if by then Russia will be represented by someone who "really wants to end this war".

The peace summit in Switzerland is not only an attempt to end the war but also a symbol of hope for the future. It demonstrates Ukraine's determination to fight for peace and sovereignty, as well as the willingness of the international community to support it in this endeavor.